“I deconstruct to construct. I tear stuff down to pieces. I mess things up, just to put them back in order again. Often in a new kind of order. It is like a never-ending flow, and that is what is keeping me running.” Rut-Malin Barklund
Necklace, paper, silver, leather
Her artist statement is direct and to the point. I like it. Almost as much as I like her jewelry. Sweden’s Rut-Malin Barklund’s MDF (medium density fiber board) and paper (mostly black cardboard) necklaces and brooches offer clean lines and interesting shapes with a hint of industrial grunge.
Brooches, MDF, silver
Necklace, MDF, silver
Necklace, cardboard, nylon thread, carbon fiber
Necklace, MDF, silver, iron
Read an article about the artist here.
THANK YOU for an artist statement that is BRIEF and TO THE POINT!!!! The minute I read it, I wanted to see your work, and it is innovative, interesting and refreshing.